The video discusses the transition from USB Type-A to USB Type-C and how to convert older USB Type-A devices to USB Type-C. The speaker explains the history of USB, its evolution from the first version that introduced the familiar connector, to USB 3.0, which introduced more data transfer wire pairs. The standard has introduced a new host connector known as USB Type-C, which offers advantages such as being smaller, versatile, and having serious power delivery options.
The video then demonstrates how to convert a USB Type-A mouse into a Type-C device. The speaker explains that the first step is to access the PCB inside the USB plug, identify the copper traces for power and data, and solder them onto a USB C breakout board. The speaker then connects the wires for data positive and data negative, and adds a resistor to ensure the device is configured as a sub-device. The speaker also advises on how to protect the exposed wires by molding a case out of sugar.
The video also shows how to convert a USB 3.0 device, in this case, a USB 3.0 hub and card reader. The speaker explains that the process is similar to the mouse conversion, but requires additional steps to solder in place the extra wire pairs for USB 3.0 functionality. The speaker also recommends using two-part epoxy for a strong casing.
In conclusion, the video demonstrates how to convert older USB Type-A and USB 3.0 devices to USB Type-C, showcasing the versatility and future potential of the USB Type-C standard.
1. USB, the universal way to connect devices, has been around for over 20 years and has evolved significantly over time.
2. The move to USB type-c has caused some devices to exclusively use USB type-c, with no way to plug in USB type-a devices unless a dongle is used. This has led to a transitional phase where some devices use USB type-c and others don't.
3. USB type-c offers advantages such as being smaller, able to be plugged in either way around, and having serious power delivery options. It can replace all of the sub connectors and eventually most devices will have this new connector.
4. The first device to convert from USB type-a to type-c is a mouse. The conversion process involves getting to the PCB on the inside of the USB plug, identifying the copper traces, and connecting them to a USB C breakout board.
5. The USB type-c breakout board requires a resistor to be changed to one going to the ground pad to make sure that it's configured into a sub device mode.
6. The USB 3.0 hub and card reader, which are USB 3.0 devices, can be converted to USB type-c by soldering the extra wire pairs in place. This allows for blazingly fast transfer speeds.
7. The USB type-c connection is better than USB type-a and is the future of device connections.